Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. A valid physician requisition is required for all diagnostic laboratory testing. If you do not have one, our licensed Alberta physician can review your health concerns virtually and issue a requisition when medically appropriate.
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Your lab test may be covered if you have an Alberta Health Card. Please note that the mobile service fee is not covered and is paid privately.
If you don’t have an Alberta Health Card, we can still help arrange your lab work and connect you with one of our doctors or partner clinics.
If you have third-party insurance or a Health Spending Account, we’re happy to provide an invoice for reimbursement
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Most routine lab results are available within 24–72 hours. Specialized diagnostic tests may take longer. If a physician review is included, you will receive a secure follow-up consultation to discuss your results and next steps.
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Yes. We use encrypted, secure medical platforms compliant with Alberta’s Health Information Act (HIA) and Alberta Health Services privacy standards to protect your personal health information.
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Your physician review includes:
Clinical interpretation of lab results
Medical recommendations
Prescription management (if appropriate)
Specialist referrals when required
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We offer a wide range of at-home diagnostic testing, including:
Routine blood work (CBC, metabolic panels)
Hormone testing
Iron studies
Vitamin levels
Diabetes screening
Cholesterol and lipid panels
Thyroid testing
Select specialty and preventive panels
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Yes. Blood Tech Diagnostics operates in accordance with provincial healthcare regulations and follows standards aligned with Alberta Health Services (AHS) requirements for safe specimen handling, infection prevention, and patient confidentiality.
All collections are performed by trained healthcare professionals using approved clinical protocols. Patient data is handled in compliance with Alberta’s Health Information Act (HIA).
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Booking is simple:
Obtain a requisition from your physician or telehealth provider
Visit the My Blood Tech booking page
Select your preferred date and time
Provide your requisition and contact details
Receive confirmation
Same-day and next-day appointments may be available in Calgary.
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Yes. Blood Tech Diagnostics offers pediatric blood collection services in Calgary. Trained phlebotomists use child-friendly techniques to ensure a calm and safe experience for infants, children, and teens.
Home collection can be especially helpful for children who experience anxiety in clinical environments.
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Blood Tech Diagnostics supports a wide range of laboratory testing, including:
Routine blood work (CBC, metabolic panels)
Hormone testing
Diabetes monitoring (HbA1c)
Cholesterol and lipid panels
Iron studies
Thyroid testing
Prenatal lab work
Insurance and third-party medical exams
Testing is processed through accredited partner laboratories.
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Yes. My Blood Tech provides professional mobile blood collection services throughout Calgary and surrounding areas.
Patients can receive lab-quality blood collection in the comfort of their home, workplace, or care facility — ideal for seniors, busy professionals, and mobility-limited individuals.
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Blood Tech Diagnostics offer mobile blood collection services are available in Calgary through private healthcare providers offering at-home phlebotomy.
These services allow patients to complete lab work without visiting a hospital or lab location. Mobile services are commonly used for:
Seniors
Pediatric patients
Post-surgical recovery
Occupational health testing
Busy professionals
At Home
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Yes. Several private providers in Calgary offer pediatric at-home blood draw services.
Mobile pediatric phlebotomy is helpful for:
Children with medical anxiety
Special needs patients
Infants requiring repeat monitoring
Families seeking convenience
Always ensure the provider uses trained pediatric-experienced healthcare staff.
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Yes, mobile phlebotomy services can be scheduled in Calgary through private healthcare providers.
Most services require:
A valid lab requisition
Online or phone booking
Preferred appointment window
Service fee payment
Appointments are typically available within 24–48 hours.
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To get diagnostic testing at home in Calgary:
Obtain a requisition from your doctor
Book a mobile lab service
A licensed phlebotomist visits your home
Samples are sent to an accredited laboratory
Results are sent to your ordering provider
This is ideal for seniors, immunocompromised patients, and busy families.
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At-home lab testing options in Calgary include:
Mobile blood collection services
Occupational health testing
Insurance medical exams
Chronic disease monitoring
Pediatric home blood draws
Private mobile lab services complement public lab access and provide convenience for those who prefer in-home care.
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At-home blood testing services (also called mobile lab testing or mobile phlebotomy) allow patients to complete diagnostic testing from their home or office instead of visiting a clinic or laboratory.
These services provide convenience, privacy, and improved accessibility for routine blood work, ECGs, and other diagnostic samples.
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Arranging at-home diagnostic testing in Calgary with Blood Tech Diagnostics is simple and convenient. We provide professional mobile blood collection and specimen pickup services directly at your home, office, or care facility anywhere in Calgary and surrounding areas.
To book your appointment:
Obtain a valid physician lab requisition (if required).
Contact Blood Tech Diagnostics through our online booking form or by phone.
Select a date, time, and location that works for you.
Our certified mobile phlebotomist will visit you to collect your samples.
Specimens are securely delivered to a licensed laboratory for processing, and results are sent directly to your ordering healthcare provider.
Our mobile lab services in Calgary are ideal for seniors, busy professionals, patients with mobility challenges, or anyone who prefers the privacy and comfort of home-based testing.
Blood Tech Diagnostics offers:
At-home blood testing in Calgary
Mobile lab blood draw services
Workplace and corporate blood collection
Senior home and assisted living visits
Private pay diagnostic testing options
Skip long lab wait times and enjoy convenient, professional at-home blood testing in Calgary with Blood Tech Diagnostics.
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Yes, you can have blood work done without visiting a clinic in Calgary by utilizing mobile lab services that come directly to your home or office. These services are particularly beneficial for individuals with busy schedules, mobility challenges, or those who prefer the convenience of at-home testing.